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Ford recalls nearly 160K cars that could lose drive power
Ford said the defects could cause engine failures or loss of drive power, and dealers have begun notifying owners of the two recalls.
- Ford issued two distinct recalls affecting nearly 160,000 vehicles due to potential drive-power loss, covering 148,663 Mustang muscle cars from 2024–2026 and 10,001 units across the 2026 Bronco, Bronco Sport, Explorer, Ranger, and Mustang lineups.
- The Mustang-only recall involves wiring harness ground eyelets that may fracture due to heat shrink adhesive bending; according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, this can cause total drive-power loss or failures in headlights, air conditioning, and cooling fans.
- A separate recall stems from potential piston failure in Ford's 2.3-liter EcoBoost engine, where documents detail a manufacturing defect caused by a loose machining tool nut that cracked the "Nickel-resistant insert and aluminum" connection, affecting 10,001 vehicles.
- For the Mustang recall, Ford will replace wiring harness ground eyelets with a revised design, while for EcoBoost engines, Ford will inspect for piston cracks and replace the engine long block if necessary; owners may notice check engine lights, misfires, or unusual noises.
- Dealers have already been notified of the issues, with owner notifications planned for this week; concerned owners can check the NHTSA website, though remedy notifications are not expected until late December.
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Ford recalled 158,664 vehicles in the United States for two different defects that could cause a loss of power while driving and increase the risk of accidents.
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